Comparing the MG M9 and the Kia Carnival side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the MG M9 is available at ₹6,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the MG M9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 272 bhp and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 90 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 272 bhp | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 90 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~45 min (10-80%) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes | — |
| Range | 450 km (est.) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 250 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2650 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5270 mm / 2000 mm / 1840 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 3200 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Ottoman Seats | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Premium 12-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 R20 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl Lustre WhiteMetal BlackConcrete Grey | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
